What are TSA wait times at DAL?

Current TSA security wait at DAL is About 8-14 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest time is 6 PM (18-24 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is Dallas Love Field right now?

Current TSA security wait at DAL is About 8-14 minutes right now. Check the live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy DAL is right now.

What is the average delay time at Dallas Love Field?

When flights at DAL (Dallas Love Field) are delayed, the average delay is about 41 minutes. Overall, 81% of flights arrive on time. About 1.9% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at Dallas Love Field?

The most common reason for delays here is weather. At DAL, 81% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 41 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Dallas Love Field?

DAL is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Dallas Love Field?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including DAL. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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Dallas Love Field — Dallas

Dallas Love Field (DAL) has an on-time arrival rate of about 81%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 41 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is weather. Roughly 1.9% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 12 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 8-14 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 6 PM (18-24 minutes).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, FAA NASSTATUS. Updated March 2026.

Last updated: March 2026

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Flights here are on time most of the time. About 81% arrive within 15 minutes of schedule.

The most common reason for delays here is weather.

Planes usually taxi out in a reasonable time. The typical wait from gate to takeoff is about 12 minutes.

This airport tends to be windy (avg 11 mph).

Among major airlines, F9 has the most complaints (23.2/100k) while WN has the fewest (1.5/100k).

How Busy Is DAL Right Now?

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TSA Wait Times at DAL

TSA Security Wait — Our Model

About 8-14 minutes right now

Fastest

4 AM (about 5 min)

Busiest

6 PM (18-24 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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